Heavy Metal, one of the most iconic and influential anthology magazines in the world of comics, is set to make a thrilling return to comic book stores. The excitement is palpable following a triumphant crowdfunding campaign, and fans can mark their calendars for Wednesday, April 30, when the new volume of Heavy Metal launches.

In anticipation of this much-awaited release, IGN is proud to offer an exclusive sneak peek at Heavy Metal #1. Dive into the slideshow gallery below to explore pages from an array of stories showcased in the debut issue, along with a collection of previously unveiled covers:

This new volume brings together a stellar mix of veteran creators and fresh talent to the Heavy Metal universe. Fans will be thrilled to see new narratives featuring the beloved icon, Taarna. Below is the comprehensive list of stories and their creators featured in Heavy Metal #1:

• BUG - Enki Bilal
• Burton & Cyb - Antonio Segura & José Ortiz
• The Mercenary - Vicente Segrelles
• Valentina - Sergio Gerasi
• Sixella: The Last Roots - Janevsky
• Taarna: Rebirth - Leah Moore, John Reppion, Anna Morozova
• Cold Dead War: The Aftermath - Craig Wilson
• Grimaldi - Keron Grant, Josh Sky, Frank Forte
• Legends of Taarna: "Autophonomania" - Matt and Shawn Fillbach, Joseph Michael Linsner
• Gladiatrix - John Stanisci
• Evil Sex Bitch - Steve Mannion
• Lester, That Old Feeling - Fernando Dagnino
• The Bus - Paul Kirchner
• June 2050 - John Workman
• Millstone - Michael Conrad, Ilias Kyriazis
• Transcendestiny - David Quinn, Tim Vigil
• Cobot - Jonathan Wayshak
• All American - Jason Spell, Jok
• Kecksburg UFO - Jim Rugg
• They Dug Too Deep - Dwayne Harris
• Floyd the Giant Killer - Michael L. Peters
• GUNK - Curt Merlo
• Harry Canyon - Josh Sky, Frank Forte
• Zeke & Edsel - Frank Forte
• The Devil's Teeth - Lia Bozonelis, Agustin Alessio

Heavy Metal #1 is set to impress with a substantial print run of 73,000 copies, making it the largest print run for the series in decades. Priced at $14.99, this issue spans 232 pages of captivating content.

Mark your calendars as Heavy Metal #1 will be available in comic shops on April 30 and on newsstands starting May 13. Future issues are scheduled for quarterly release, though the publisher hints at the possibility of a more frequent schedule should demand soar.

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